How to Make Best One Pot Cheese and Macaroni - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a simple and comforting meal that the whole family will love, then look no further than this recipe for the best one pot cheese and macaroni! This dish is the epitome of comfort food, with its creamy, cheesy goodness and tender macaroni that will leave you feeling satisfied and happy. Plus, the best part is that it's all made in just one pot, making clean up a breeze!

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces seashell pasta
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Pour water and salt into a medium pot and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the shell pasta, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the water has cooked down a bit, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the milk, and continue boiling for another 5 minutes. Add the Cheddar, Parmesan, pepper, and mustard; stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is thick and creamy. The starch from the pasta thickens the sauce as the pasta cooks.
  • Nutrition

    518 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 930mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Calcium: 768mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 217mg